waiver

luopumiskirja The act of waive waiving, or not insisting on, some right, claim, or privilege.
puhekieltä A legal document releasing some requirement, such as waiving a right (giving it up) or a waiver of liability (agreeing to hold someone blameless). Also used for such a form even before it is filled out and signed.

I had to sign a waiver when I went skydiving, agreeing not to sue even if something went wrong.

I needed a waiver from the department head to take the course because I didnt technically have the prerequisite courses.''

I needed a waiver from the zoning board for the house because the lot was so small, but they let me build because it was next to the park.

The USACIDC Accreditation Division will conduct an annual reconciliation of the individual's academic achievement, through his or her unit commander, until he or she meets the waivered civilian education requirement.